The “Winner-Takes-All” Blackjack Tournament in Hollywood, FL to Benefit Jeter’s Turn 2 Foundation; Fat Joe, Ja Rule and Kid Capri to Perform  

The Guitar Hotel at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood will play host for Derek Jeter’s Blackjack Tournament Weekend from April 12 – 14, to benefit Jeter’s Turn 2 Foundation and its programs serving youth. During the three-day event, VIP guests will hit the blackjack tables and enjoy special events held throughout the renowned entertainment, gaming and hospitality destination in Hollywood, Florida.

“We’re thrilled to come together with our friends and supporters for this special event benefiting Turn 2,” said Derek Jeter. “The funds raised as part of the tournament will support The Foundation’s signature programs that empower youth to serve as role models and leaders in their communities, excel in school, and work hard toward achieving their dreams. We are grateful to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood for presenting this incredible event and look forward to an unforgettable weekend.”

The festivities will kick off on Friday, April 12, with a blackjack tournament and viewing party in the Terrace Ballroom, where the winner will walk away with a $100,000 prize. The event will continue Saturday, April 13, with a celebration at The Guitar Hotel Pool, which will feature live entertainment provided by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood. The line-up will include performances by Grammy-nominated musician, entrepreneur and philanthropist Fat Joe, legendary rapper, actor, entertainer and entrepreneur Ja Rule, and a live DJ set by Kid Capri.

“Turn 2 is committed to helping young people break barriers and create positive change in their communities and beyond,” said Sharlee Jeter, president of The Turn 2 Foundation. “The contributions from this event will enable the Foundation to continue providing youth with enriching opportunities that ignite their passions and inspire them to reach their highest potential. We’d like to thank Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood for hosting this special event, and for their generous support that will enable us to deepen our impact.”

“We are honored to host The Turn 2 Blackjack Tournament Weekend at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood,” said Bo Guidry, president of Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood. “Philanthropy is in our Hard Rock DNA, and we are proud to support Turn 2 in its work to empower the youth, encourage them to dream big and give them the tools to reach those goals.”

Derek Jeter established The Turn 2 Foundation during his rookie year with the New York Yankees in 1996. Since its launch, Turn 2 has worked to help young people reach their full potential by creating and supporting initiatives that promote leadership development, academic achievement, positive behavior, healthy lifestyles and social change.

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About The Turn 2 Foundation
Since its launch in December 1996, The Turn 2 Foundation has created and supported programs and activities that motivate young people to turn away from drugs and alcohol and “Turn 2” healthy lifestyles. Through various specialized programs and events, the Foundation works with youth in New York City, West Michigan and Tampa, empowering them to reach their full potential. Its signature Jeter’s Leaders initiative is a four-year leadership development program that fosters academic achievement, positive behavior and social change among high school students. During its 28-year history, Turn 2 has given back more than $40 million, funding its signature programs as well as organizations that support its mission.

About Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood is the flagship-integrated resort of Hard Rock International, owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida. The renowned entertainment, gaming and hospitality destination unveiled a $1.5 billion expansion in 2019, highlighting the debut of the world’s first and only Guitar Hotel. Between three hotel towers, the resort boasts 1,271 luxury guestrooms. Amenities include a 42,000 square-foot Rock Spa® & Salon; an 18-acre recreational water experience; private “Bora Bora” style cabanas; more than 20 food and beverage outlets; a 26,000 square-foot retail promenade; 120,000 square feet of premier meeting and convention space; and an expansive gaming floor with more than 2,500 slots, more than 200 table games and a 45-table poker room. In 2023, the casino launched live craps, roulette, and retail sports betting, offering 10 craps tables, 20 roulette tables, and sports betting locations including both electronic kiosks and kiosks with live sports betting agents. Introducing the new games is a historic milestone that immediately puts Florida in the same league as the world’s great gaming destinations. Hard Rock Live, ranked No. 3 and No. 5 worldwide in 2023 gross revenue for Pollstar Magazine and Billboard respectively, highlights A-list entertainers and performers, sporting events and live broadcast productions in an intimate 7,000-person capacity setting. Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood is located on 87 acres of the Hollywood Seminole Reservation along State Road 7 (U.S. Highway 441). For more information, visit us online at casino.hardrock.com/hollywood, call 1 (800) 937-0010 or follow us: Facebook: SeminoleHardRockHollywood, X: @HardRockHolly, Instagram: @HardRockHolly.